Llantrissant - A Negril Beachhouse

Surrounding Area

Negril is on the western most tip of the island of Jamaica and was only 'discovered' in the late 1950s when a highway was built connecting it to the nearby town of Green Island which opened it up to visitors from Montego Bay. It is probably the furthermost distance from Kingston of any town in Jamaica and has developed its own identity primarily around tourism thereby shunning the political mayhem oftentimes associated with Jamaica. It has been called the Reggae capital of the world and with good reason - there is practically a live reggae show every night of the week preceeded by nature's own lightshow - glorious sunsets. The emphasis in Negril is certainly on the environment. The completion of a US$30M sewerage system has already made a difference in the water quality of Long Bay.

Vacation Rental Property

Llantrissant is not only the oldest domicile in Negril it was the first property to offer accomodations oftentimes to wealthy Jamaican families who wanted to experience a weekend away from the stressful lives of their Caribbean ventures. The house is a lodge like structure with large posts and exposed beams. The living room opens onto a sixty foot veranda facing the sea. It is cooled by ceiling fans and louvered windows which allow sea breezes to waft throughout the house. All the beds are covered with mosquito nettings and have bedside fans. The property has a Hard-Tru tennis court and two private beaches. The grounds are rich with native flora including centuries old kapok trees.

Sleeps & # of Bedrooms

Two master bedrooms with full size four poster beds on the main floor with an optional daybed or crib or both. Each has its own bath opening onto an outdoor afterswim shower. Five twin beds are upstairs which share one bath. The cottage is an arm's length from the main house and has a queen size bed and bathroom with a sunken shower. Up to twelve can be accommodated.

Amenities

Cable TV, stereo, CD player, VCR, telephone and FAX machine. A fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer. Two sea kayaks and snorkeling gear.

Services Offered

The staff is comprised of two housekeepers who share in the cooking. They will shop, do the cooking and the serving of the meals. The gardener keeps the yard, beaches and tennis court well groomed. Security is provided nightly by a watchman.

Restrictions

The only restriction is the number of people who can be accommodated - eleven. There is a crib and a child's day bed which can be set up in any of the bedrooms.

Rates & Availability

The rates vary depending on the season. Christmas and New Years are always higher. The web site has the latest rates.

Other Information

The web site is quite comprehensive with floor plans, property map, local area map, activities and links.

Directions

Once in Negril, go past the roundabout in the center of town and head along the coast towards Rick's Cafe on the cliffs. The property is about a third of a mile from the roundabout across from St. Mary's Anglican Church which is just past the Sunshine Plaza with the Hi-Lo Supermarket and National Commercial Bank. The Negril Library is on the other side of the property. If you have gone past The Negril All-Age School, you have gone too far. The entrance is on the sea hand side of the road.

Discounts Offered

Repeat guests are given a 5% discount and an additional 5% for any referral resulting in a reservation. The off-season is discounted by 20% off the peak season rates. There are special last minute getaway breaks as well and additional shoulder season discounts.